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You will find a close knit but welcoming group of keen genealogists all prepared to offer advice and help to new members.
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The Genes community will go out of their way to help you, so don’t be shy about asking for help.

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Member Since: December 2004 Posts: 302 Send Message	stinkermurdock	Report	25 Nov 2007 10:33
	Hi does anybody know if Fanny is another name for Frances, only I am trying to find a family on the 1851 Census, I found them on the 1881 Census, but the mothers name is Frances and not Fanny. Any ideas? thanks Tracie.
Member Since: November 2006 Posts: 2 677 Send Message	Deb needs a change	Report	25 Nov 2007 10:34
	Yes, Fanny is short for Frances. I have this in my family. Deb:)
Member Since: December 2004 Posts: 302 Send Message	stinkermurdock	Report	25 Nov 2007 10:58
	Thanks Debs, think I may of found them then. Tracie :-0)

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